The Maritime Administration, under the Department of Transportation, has received a request for a waiver of the U.S.-build requirements of the coastwise trade laws. This waiver would allow the vessel Never Enough II to carry up to twelve passengers for hire, and it is intended for charter fishing in North Carolina. The agency invites public comments on this waiver application and notes that if the waiver adversely affects U.S. vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-flag vessels, it will not be granted. Comments must be submitted by February 16, 2021, and will be made publicly available.
Simple Explanation
Imagine there is a special boat called Never Enough II that wants to give fun rides to 12 people at a time in North Carolina. They're asking for a special permission because the boat wasn't built in the US, and the people in charge are asking everyone if this should be allowed or not.